US Bridges

Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek

Good

Somerset County, Pennsylvania · 2 MI West of SR 2004 · Structure no. 000000000053987

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
363
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek in Somerset County, Pennsylvania. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger than the Pennsylvania average of 54.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 363 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 277 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMatlick RD(SR2005)
CrossesElk Lick Creek
Location2 MI West of SR 2004
RouteState Highway 0
Coordinates39.80909, -79.10625
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans1
Design loadHL 93
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span25 ft (7.6 m)
Deck width30 ft (9.2 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic363 (2024)
Projected traffic277 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byPrivate (other than railroad)
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.

How much traffic does Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek carry?

About 363 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.

Who owns Matlick RD(SR2005) over Elk Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency and maintained by the Private (other than railroad).